United for Moms
United for Moms was a big success! In honor of Mother’s Day, United Way hosted a community-wide collection drive during the month of May. We partnered with local businesses who collected personal care items, cleaning products, and baby items that will be given to local women and children in need. The Gratiot collection day took place May 17 at the Wilcox Nonprofit Center in Alma and the four benefitting organizations were Child Advocacy of Gratiot County, Gratiot Community Personal Needs Pantry, Pompeii Baby Pantry, and Pregnancy Services of Gratiot County. The Isabella collection day took place May 18 at Island Park in conjunction with the Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market and the four benefitting organizations were Life Choices of Central Michigan, Community Compassion Network Infant Pantry, The Care Store, and RISE Advocacy.
Together we collected 14,103 items valued over $23,000! Special thank you to our volunteers and to everyone who donated.
WATCH SUCCESS STORY VIDEO HIGHLIGHT:
Lindsey Miller, Director of Engagement & Creative Services discusses how this collection drive helps local women and children in need.